The flight distance from Auckland International Airport (AKL) in Auckland, New Zealand to Sherbro International Airport (BTE) in Bonthe, Sierra Leone is 16,655 kilometers (10,349 miles / 8,993 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying south southeast at a heading of 165°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting New Zealand with Sierra Leone. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 22:51 in Auckland, it's 10:51 in Bonthe. With a 12-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Bonthe (BTE) to Auckland (AKL) follows a heading of 192° (south southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Auckland International Airport (AKL) and Sherbro International Airport (BTE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.